The document provides information about various networking concepts and protocols. It contains 26 questions and answers about topics such as IGMP, ping, tracert, RSVP, DHCP, domains vs workgroups, NAT, PPP, IP spoofing, IP datagrams, application gateways, circuit gateways, default gateways, LANs, intranets vs the Internet, protocols, FTP, the OSI model layers, network types, topologies, IP, TCP, UDP, IP addressing classes, multicasting, DNS, telnet, and SMTP. It also defines MAC addresses.
The document describes the headers for IPv4 and IPv6 packets. IPv6 packet headers are simpler than IPv4 headers, with fewer fields but larger source and destination addresses. IPv6 also introduces extension headers to replace IPv4 options and allow additional optional information to be included. The transition from IPv4 to IPv6 will involve dual-stack implementations and tunneling IPv6 packets in IPv4 networks using special address types.
Protocols define rules and standards for communication in computer networks. The document discusses several key network protocols including TCP/IP, POP3, SMTP, IMAP, VoIP, RTSP, HTTPS, DHCP, ICMP, UDP, FTP, ARP, Telnet and the OSI model. TCP/IP is the most widely used protocol suite consisting of TCP and IP which were the first networking protocols. Other protocols discussed include those for email (POP3, SMTP, IMAP), streaming media (RTSP), secure communication (HTTPS), network configuration (DHCP), error handling (ICMP), file transfer (FTP), address resolution (ARP), and remote terminal access (Telnet).
This document describes a custom network protocol designed to improve throughput performance compared to traditional TCP/IP protocols. The custom protocol uses a simplified 8-byte header containing only essential fields like source/destination addresses and port numbers, and sequence number. Tests of the custom protocol transferring a 10MB file between nodes achieved throughputs up to 902kbps, significantly higher than when using smaller packet sizes. By removing unnecessary TCP/IP header fields and processing, the custom protocol reduces overhead and improves throughput.
1) TCP provides reliable data transmission over unreliable networks like the Internet by establishing connections between endpoints, sequencing packets, detecting and retransmitting lost packets.
2) TCP connections are established through a 3-way handshake process where both sides negotiate sequence numbers to synchronize packet transmission.
3) TCP connections can be closed through a 4-step process where each side sends a FIN packet to gracefully close the connection in both directions.
This document provides an overview of internetworking and routing concepts. It defines internetworking as connecting two or more computer networks using devices like routers and a common addressing scheme. The three main types of internetworks are extranets, intranets, and the public Internet. IP is the common protocol used for internetworking and routing. IP packets contain source and destination addresses and are forwarded through routers using routing protocols. Performance factors like delay, throughput and packet loss are also discussed.
This document defines various abbreviations and terms related to computer networks and communication technologies. It provides definitions for 65 key terms, including definitions for Internet, gateway, backbone, TCP, IP, server, node, MAC address, bandwidth, topology, modem, router, protocol, wireless networks, mobile computing, SMS, email, firewalls, viruses, and switching techniques like circuit switching, message switching, and packet switching.
This document defines and describes several common internet protocols: HTTP is used for transmitting multimedia web content. HTTPS provides secure communication over networks using SSL. SSH allows for secure data transfer and remote access. POP3 downloads email from servers to computers. NTP synchronizes computer clock times across networks to the millisecond. SSL manages secure messaging. SMS exchanges short text messages between devices using standard protocols.
The document describes the headers for IPv4 and IPv6 packets. IPv6 packet headers are simpler than IPv4 headers, with fewer fields but larger source and destination addresses. IPv6 also introduces extension headers to replace IPv4 options and allow additional optional information to be included. The transition from IPv4 to IPv6 will involve dual-stack implementations and tunneling IPv6 packets in IPv4 networks using special address types.
Protocols define rules and standards for communication in computer networks. The document discusses several key network protocols including TCP/IP, POP3, SMTP, IMAP, VoIP, RTSP, HTTPS, DHCP, ICMP, UDP, FTP, ARP, Telnet and the OSI model. TCP/IP is the most widely used protocol suite consisting of TCP and IP which were the first networking protocols. Other protocols discussed include those for email (POP3, SMTP, IMAP), streaming media (RTSP), secure communication (HTTPS), network configuration (DHCP), error handling (ICMP), file transfer (FTP), address resolution (ARP), and remote terminal access (Telnet).
This document describes a custom network protocol designed to improve throughput performance compared to traditional TCP/IP protocols. The custom protocol uses a simplified 8-byte header containing only essential fields like source/destination addresses and port numbers, and sequence number. Tests of the custom protocol transferring a 10MB file between nodes achieved throughputs up to 902kbps, significantly higher than when using smaller packet sizes. By removing unnecessary TCP/IP header fields and processing, the custom protocol reduces overhead and improves throughput.
1) TCP provides reliable data transmission over unreliable networks like the Internet by establishing connections between endpoints, sequencing packets, detecting and retransmitting lost packets.
2) TCP connections are established through a 3-way handshake process where both sides negotiate sequence numbers to synchronize packet transmission.
3) TCP connections can be closed through a 4-step process where each side sends a FIN packet to gracefully close the connection in both directions.
This document provides an overview of internetworking and routing concepts. It defines internetworking as connecting two or more computer networks using devices like routers and a common addressing scheme. The three main types of internetworks are extranets, intranets, and the public Internet. IP is the common protocol used for internetworking and routing. IP packets contain source and destination addresses and are forwarded through routers using routing protocols. Performance factors like delay, throughput and packet loss are also discussed.
This document defines various abbreviations and terms related to computer networks and communication technologies. It provides definitions for 65 key terms, including definitions for Internet, gateway, backbone, TCP, IP, server, node, MAC address, bandwidth, topology, modem, router, protocol, wireless networks, mobile computing, SMS, email, firewalls, viruses, and switching techniques like circuit switching, message switching, and packet switching.
This document defines and describes several common internet protocols: HTTP is used for transmitting multimedia web content. HTTPS provides secure communication over networks using SSL. SSH allows for secure data transfer and remote access. POP3 downloads email from servers to computers. NTP synchronizes computer clock times across networks to the millisecond. SSL manages secure messaging. SMS exchanges short text messages between devices using standard protocols.
The document is a class note that discusses various topics related to data communication and computer networks. It defines data communication and its components. It also defines common network devices and concepts such as nodes, computer networks (PAN, LAN, MAN, WAN), Network Interface Card (NIC), MAC address, ports, hubs, switches, routers, bridges, repeaters, gateways, and the OSI and TCP/IP models.
The application layer is the top layer of the OSI model and controls how applications communicate over a network. It provides services for applications including mail, file transfer, domain name translation and network security. Protocols at this layer include HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DNS and others that allow applications to access remote files and exchange messages over the internet in a standardized way. The application layer hides the complexities of the underlying network from applications and ensures reliable and secure communication between devices.
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Networking began in the 1960s when the US Department of Defense developed early computer networks to withstand a nuclear attack. The document then discusses the basics of networking including definitions of networking and common network types. It also explains the OSI model and its seven layers. Finally, it provides examples of DCS networks from Siemens and ABB that incorporate both Ethernet networks and high-speed serial networks to connect control system devices.
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This document contains information about networking concepts including cable types, topologies, network architectures, IP addressing, and Microsoft networking tools. It defines coaxial and twisted pair cables, and lists common network topologies like mesh, bus, ring, star and hybrid. It also explains the differences between a hub and switch, and between a workgroup and domain network architecture. The document provides details on IP addressing standards including public vs private IP ranges, static vs dynamic addressing, and IPv4 and IPv6 versions. It introduces tools like DNS, MMC, Group Policy and IIS that are used to manage Microsoft networks.
This document provides summaries of key computer network terms:
1. 10Base2, 10Base5 and 10BaseT are Ethernet LANs that differ based on maximum transfer rate, cable length, number of segments, and cable type.
2. An unspecified passive open has a server waiting for a connection request, while a fully specified passive open waits for a specific client.
3. A Transmission Control Block (TCB) contains information about each network connection.
This document discusses network tunneling protocols and tools. It describes how protocols like SSH, GRE, and ICMP can be used to encapsulate other protocols and bypass network restrictions. Examples of network tunneling tools that operate over HTTP, DNS, and ICMP are provided. The document notes both legitimate and malicious uses of tunneling, and outlines challenges in detecting tunneling traffic and payloads.
This document discusses various application layer protocols. It begins with an agenda that lists OSI models, encapsulation processes, application protocol design, and specific protocols including HTTP, DNS, FTP, Telnet, DHCP, and SMTP. For each protocol, it provides details on how the protocol functions, message formats, and roles of clients and servers. The document is intended to describe key application layer protocols and their basic operations.
The document outlines a syllabus for a computer networks course taught by Usha Barad. The syllabus covers 5 topics: 1) introduction to computer networks and the Internet, 2) application layer, 3) transport layer, 4) network layer, and 5) link layer and local area networks. It also lists recommended reference books for the course.
The document defines various Ethernet LAN types (10Base2, 10Base5, 10BaseT) based on transfer rate, signaling method, and cable characteristics. It also discusses the differences between an unspecified passive open and a fully specified passive open in networking. Finally, it defines a Transmission Control Block (TCB) as a data structure used by TCP to store information about each network connection.
The document discusses Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), which provides a standard method for transporting multi-protocol datagrams over point-to-point links. PPP consists of encapsulating packets into frames, a Link Control Protocol (LCP) for establishing and configuring the connection, and Network Control Protocols (NCPs) for network layer configuration. It describes PPP frame formats, byte stuffing for transparency, and authentication protocols like PAP and CHAP. The presentation includes a Wireshark demo and addresses questions about PPP design requirements and non-requirements.
A protocol is a set of rules that governs communications between computers on a network. The document discusses several common network protocols including Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI, ATM, LocalTalk, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet. It provides details on the topologies, transmission speeds, and cable types supported by each protocol.
IPv4 is the fourth version of the Internet Protocol (IP) and the first widely deployed. It uses 32-bit addresses and supports three addressing modes: unicast, broadcast, and multicast. IPv4 addresses are hierarchical and contain network and host identification information. Subnet masks are used to distinguish the network and host portions of an IPv4 address. There are five classes of IPv4 addresses - A, B, C, D and E - designed for different sized networks.
contents
Protocol
Types of protocol
Transmission control protocol (TCP)
internet protocol (IP)
Hyper text transfer protocol (HTTP)
Simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP)
File transfer protocol (FTP)
Layers
protocol:-A protocol is a set of rules for the exchange of data between a terminal and computer or between two computers. Think of protocol as a sort of recommunication agreement about the form in which a message or data is to be sent and receipt is to be acknowledge.
transmission control protocol(TCP):-This protocol ensures the delivery of information packets across network.
internet protocol (IP):-This important protocol is responsible for providing logical addressing called IP address to route information between networks.
hyper text transfer protocol (HTTP):- This protocol is used to access, send and receive Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) files on the Internet.
simple mail transfer protocol(SMTP):-This protocol is used for transferring email between computers.
file transfer protocol(FTP):-FTP is responsible for allowing file to be copied between devices.
layers:-In computer programming, layering is the organization of programming into separate functional components that interact in some sequential and hierarchical way, with each layer usually having an interface only to the layer above it and the layer below it.
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The document discusses different types of Ethernet cables including straight-through cables, crossover cables, and rollover cables. Straight-through cables connect pins on one end of the cable to the same pins on the other end, allowing connection between a computer and a switch, hub, or another computer. Crossover cables have crossed wire pairs and are used to connect like devices such as two computers or two routers. Rollover cables have opposite wiring on each end and connect a device to a router or switch's console port for programming. The document also discusses IP addressing and subnetting concepts.
The document summarizes various application layer protocols including DNS, DHCP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, POP, IMAP. It describes the functions of DNS in translating domain names to IP addresses. It explains the DHCP client-server model and the exchange of request and response packets. It provides an overview of HTTP and HTTPS for accessing web pages and securing communications. It also briefly outlines other protocols like FTP for file transfer, SMTP for email transmission, and POP and IMAP for retrieving emails from servers.
IP resides at the network layer of the OSI model and provides logical addressing that allows systems on different logical networks to communicate. IP packets contain source and destination addresses as well as other fields. Transport protocols like UDP and TCP run on top of IP, with UDP being connectionless and used for real-time voice traffic in VoIP due to its simplicity and lower latency compared to TCP, which provides reliability but higher latency through mechanisms like acknowledgments and retransmissions. RTP runs on top of UDP to provide additional timestamping and sequencing information important for applications like voice calling.
This document discusses local area network (LAN) technologies, with a focus on Ethernet. It outlines the following objectives:
- Briefly discuss dominant wired LANs including Ethernet and other media types.
- Describe Media Access Control (MAC) and Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD).
- Explain the Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) and bridges.
- Discuss switched Ethernet and virtual LANs (VLANs).
The document then provides details on Ethernet frames, MAC addresses, CSMA/CD, cabling standards and specifications.
This document provides an overview of network security concepts across different layers of the network protocol stack. It discusses security issues and common attacks at layers 2-7, as well as approaches to mitigate risks, including port security, VLANs, DHCP snooping, IP spoofing prevention, firewalls, TLS, VPNs, and honeypots. Protocol tunneling techniques like SSH port forwarding and DNS tunneling are also covered as ways to bypass network access controls.
The document discusses various topics related to computer networking such as:
1. It differentiates between an internet, which connects millions of computers globally through a network of networks, and a network, which connects computers locally.
2. It describes internetworking as connecting computer networks through gateways, resulting in an internetwork or internet. The Internet Protocol establishes internetworking on the internet.
3. It provides details on HDLC frames, which use flags to mark the beginning and end, and contain address, control and information fields for transmitting data between network points.
This document provides an overview of basic network and security concepts. It discusses TCP/IP, routing, DNS, NAT, firewalls, tunneling, and DMZs. It also covers web and security concepts such as proxies, reverse proxies, HTTP/HTTPS, and certificates. The document defines these terms and concepts at a high level to provide foundational understanding of computer networks and security.
The document is a class note that discusses various topics related to data communication and computer networks. It defines data communication and its components. It also defines common network devices and concepts such as nodes, computer networks (PAN, LAN, MAN, WAN), Network Interface Card (NIC), MAC address, ports, hubs, switches, routers, bridges, repeaters, gateways, and the OSI and TCP/IP models.
The application layer is the top layer of the OSI model and controls how applications communicate over a network. It provides services for applications including mail, file transfer, domain name translation and network security. Protocols at this layer include HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DNS and others that allow applications to access remote files and exchange messages over the internet in a standardized way. The application layer hides the complexities of the underlying network from applications and ensures reliable and secure communication between devices.
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Networking began in the 1960s when the US Department of Defense developed early computer networks to withstand a nuclear attack. The document then discusses the basics of networking including definitions of networking and common network types. It also explains the OSI model and its seven layers. Finally, it provides examples of DCS networks from Siemens and ABB that incorporate both Ethernet networks and high-speed serial networks to connect control system devices.
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This document contains information about networking concepts including cable types, topologies, network architectures, IP addressing, and Microsoft networking tools. It defines coaxial and twisted pair cables, and lists common network topologies like mesh, bus, ring, star and hybrid. It also explains the differences between a hub and switch, and between a workgroup and domain network architecture. The document provides details on IP addressing standards including public vs private IP ranges, static vs dynamic addressing, and IPv4 and IPv6 versions. It introduces tools like DNS, MMC, Group Policy and IIS that are used to manage Microsoft networks.
This document provides summaries of key computer network terms:
1. 10Base2, 10Base5 and 10BaseT are Ethernet LANs that differ based on maximum transfer rate, cable length, number of segments, and cable type.
2. An unspecified passive open has a server waiting for a connection request, while a fully specified passive open waits for a specific client.
3. A Transmission Control Block (TCB) contains information about each network connection.
This document discusses network tunneling protocols and tools. It describes how protocols like SSH, GRE, and ICMP can be used to encapsulate other protocols and bypass network restrictions. Examples of network tunneling tools that operate over HTTP, DNS, and ICMP are provided. The document notes both legitimate and malicious uses of tunneling, and outlines challenges in detecting tunneling traffic and payloads.
This document discusses various application layer protocols. It begins with an agenda that lists OSI models, encapsulation processes, application protocol design, and specific protocols including HTTP, DNS, FTP, Telnet, DHCP, and SMTP. For each protocol, it provides details on how the protocol functions, message formats, and roles of clients and servers. The document is intended to describe key application layer protocols and their basic operations.
The document outlines a syllabus for a computer networks course taught by Usha Barad. The syllabus covers 5 topics: 1) introduction to computer networks and the Internet, 2) application layer, 3) transport layer, 4) network layer, and 5) link layer and local area networks. It also lists recommended reference books for the course.
The document defines various Ethernet LAN types (10Base2, 10Base5, 10BaseT) based on transfer rate, signaling method, and cable characteristics. It also discusses the differences between an unspecified passive open and a fully specified passive open in networking. Finally, it defines a Transmission Control Block (TCB) as a data structure used by TCP to store information about each network connection.
The document discusses Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), which provides a standard method for transporting multi-protocol datagrams over point-to-point links. PPP consists of encapsulating packets into frames, a Link Control Protocol (LCP) for establishing and configuring the connection, and Network Control Protocols (NCPs) for network layer configuration. It describes PPP frame formats, byte stuffing for transparency, and authentication protocols like PAP and CHAP. The presentation includes a Wireshark demo and addresses questions about PPP design requirements and non-requirements.
A protocol is a set of rules that governs communications between computers on a network. The document discusses several common network protocols including Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI, ATM, LocalTalk, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet. It provides details on the topologies, transmission speeds, and cable types supported by each protocol.
IPv4 is the fourth version of the Internet Protocol (IP) and the first widely deployed. It uses 32-bit addresses and supports three addressing modes: unicast, broadcast, and multicast. IPv4 addresses are hierarchical and contain network and host identification information. Subnet masks are used to distinguish the network and host portions of an IPv4 address. There are five classes of IPv4 addresses - A, B, C, D and E - designed for different sized networks.
contents
Protocol
Types of protocol
Transmission control protocol (TCP)
internet protocol (IP)
Hyper text transfer protocol (HTTP)
Simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP)
File transfer protocol (FTP)
Layers
protocol:-A protocol is a set of rules for the exchange of data between a terminal and computer or between two computers. Think of protocol as a sort of recommunication agreement about the form in which a message or data is to be sent and receipt is to be acknowledge.
transmission control protocol(TCP):-This protocol ensures the delivery of information packets across network.
internet protocol (IP):-This important protocol is responsible for providing logical addressing called IP address to route information between networks.
hyper text transfer protocol (HTTP):- This protocol is used to access, send and receive Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) files on the Internet.
simple mail transfer protocol(SMTP):-This protocol is used for transferring email between computers.
file transfer protocol(FTP):-FTP is responsible for allowing file to be copied between devices.
layers:-In computer programming, layering is the organization of programming into separate functional components that interact in some sequential and hierarchical way, with each layer usually having an interface only to the layer above it and the layer below it.
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The document discusses different types of Ethernet cables including straight-through cables, crossover cables, and rollover cables. Straight-through cables connect pins on one end of the cable to the same pins on the other end, allowing connection between a computer and a switch, hub, or another computer. Crossover cables have crossed wire pairs and are used to connect like devices such as two computers or two routers. Rollover cables have opposite wiring on each end and connect a device to a router or switch's console port for programming. The document also discusses IP addressing and subnetting concepts.
The document summarizes various application layer protocols including DNS, DHCP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, POP, IMAP. It describes the functions of DNS in translating domain names to IP addresses. It explains the DHCP client-server model and the exchange of request and response packets. It provides an overview of HTTP and HTTPS for accessing web pages and securing communications. It also briefly outlines other protocols like FTP for file transfer, SMTP for email transmission, and POP and IMAP for retrieving emails from servers.
IP resides at the network layer of the OSI model and provides logical addressing that allows systems on different logical networks to communicate. IP packets contain source and destination addresses as well as other fields. Transport protocols like UDP and TCP run on top of IP, with UDP being connectionless and used for real-time voice traffic in VoIP due to its simplicity and lower latency compared to TCP, which provides reliability but higher latency through mechanisms like acknowledgments and retransmissions. RTP runs on top of UDP to provide additional timestamping and sequencing information important for applications like voice calling.
This document discusses local area network (LAN) technologies, with a focus on Ethernet. It outlines the following objectives:
- Briefly discuss dominant wired LANs including Ethernet and other media types.
- Describe Media Access Control (MAC) and Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD).
- Explain the Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) and bridges.
- Discuss switched Ethernet and virtual LANs (VLANs).
The document then provides details on Ethernet frames, MAC addresses, CSMA/CD, cabling standards and specifications.
This document provides an overview of network security concepts across different layers of the network protocol stack. It discusses security issues and common attacks at layers 2-7, as well as approaches to mitigate risks, including port security, VLANs, DHCP snooping, IP spoofing prevention, firewalls, TLS, VPNs, and honeypots. Protocol tunneling techniques like SSH port forwarding and DNS tunneling are also covered as ways to bypass network access controls.
The document discusses various topics related to computer networking such as:
1. It differentiates between an internet, which connects millions of computers globally through a network of networks, and a network, which connects computers locally.
2. It describes internetworking as connecting computer networks through gateways, resulting in an internetwork or internet. The Internet Protocol establishes internetworking on the internet.
3. It provides details on HDLC frames, which use flags to mark the beginning and end, and contain address, control and information fields for transmitting data between network points.
This document provides an overview of basic network and security concepts. It discusses TCP/IP, routing, DNS, NAT, firewalls, tunneling, and DMZs. It also covers web and security concepts such as proxies, reverse proxies, HTTP/HTTPS, and certificates. The document defines these terms and concepts at a high level to provide foundational understanding of computer networks and security.
This document provides an overview of the TCP/IP model created by the Department of Defense (DoD) and compares it to the OSI reference model. The DoD model consists of four layers - Process/Application, Host-to-Host, Internet, and Network Access - which correspond to a condensed version of the seven-layer OSI model. The document describes the functions of each layer and some of the key protocols that operate at each layer, such as TCP, IP, ARP, and Ethernet. It also covers topics like IP addressing, private vs public addresses, broadcast vs unicast traffic, and network access technologies.
The document discusses several fundamental internet protocols including TCP, IP, UDP, DNS, FTP, HTTP, SNMP, SMTP, and POP3. It provides details on:
- TCP establishes reliable connections between devices and ensures reliable data delivery, sequencing, and error detection.
- IP is the core networking protocol that provides addressing and allows communication between devices using packet routing.
- DNS translates human-friendly domain names to IP addresses and distributes this function across authoritative name servers.
- Several common HTML elements like headings, paragraphs, links, and images are explained along with basic HTML syntax and document structure.
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This document provides an overview of basic internet concepts including:
1. Networks connect computers and devices to allow communication between them using wires, wireless connections, or other virtual mediums. Protocols define rules for communication at both low and high levels.
2. TCP/IP is a core internet protocol suite with 4 layers - network interface, internet, transport, and application - that handle communication from hardware to applications. IP addresses and ports identify devices and applications.
3. Additional concepts discussed include domain name service, firewalls, protocol tunneling, and proxy servers which help network communication while providing security.
Routers forward data packets between networks while switches operate at the data link layer and forward packets within a local area network. Hubs simply broadcast all incoming data to all ports. The document provides answers to common CCNA interview questions about networking fundamentals like IP addressing, routing, switching, protocols and Cisco router components.
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The document provides information on various computer networking concepts. It defines Internet of Things (IoT) and discusses the differences between public and private clouds. It also describes wired and wireless networks, the roles of clients and servers, and common networking hardware like NICs, switches, routers and access points. The document further explains networking protocols and standards such as IP versions, DNS, URLs, modulation techniques, and communication protocols like HTTP, FTP, SMTP and more.
TCP/IP is a set of communication protocols that enable data transmission across networks and between devices. It involves two main protocols: TCP and IP. TCP establishes reliable connections and ensures reliable delivery of data packets. IP handles addressing, routing packets between networks, and fragmentation/reassembly of packets. Key features of TCP/IP include logical addressing, routability, name resolution, multiplexing, and interoperability. TCP/IP operates on four layers - network interface, internet, transport, and application - with each layer building on the services of the layer below.
A firewall filters network traffic between an organization's private network and the internet. It allows or blocks traffic based on predefined rules. A firewall includes components like packet filtering, NAT, stateful inspection. Benefits include protecting against threats like viruses, blocking unauthorized access, and hiding private network details.
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The document provides an overview of how the Internet works by explaining key concepts like internet addresses, protocol stacks, packets, networking infrastructure, domain names, and various protocols. It begins with an introduction to IP addresses and how computers connect to the internet. It then discusses how data is broken into packets and transmitted using layered protocol stacks. The document outlines the physical infrastructure of the internet including routers, backbones, and internet exchange points. It also explains how domain names are resolved to IP addresses via the domain name system. Finally, it briefly discusses several important internet protocols like HTTP, TCP, and IP.
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basic networking concepts is fundamental to a successful career in information technology. Networking technologies underlie all IT activities and a strong comprehension of the hardware and protocols used to create networks is essential to future success. In this training course, you will learn how to configure a workstation to connect to a network, analyze network traffic using a protocol analyzer, examine switch and router configurations, perform basic IPv4 addressing and subnetting, and research network security solutions. basic networking concepts is fundamental to a successful career in information technology. Networking technologies underlie all IT activities and a strong comprehension of the hardware and protocols used to create networks is essential to future success. In this training course, you will learn how to configure a workstation to connect to a network, analyze network traffic using a protocol analyzer, examine switch and router configurations, perform basic IPv4 addressing and subnetting, and research network security solutions.
Basic networking concepts is fundamental to a successful career in information technology. Networking technologies underlie all IT activities and a strong comprehension of the hardware and protocols used to create networks is essential to future success. In this training course, you will learn how to configure a workstation to connect to a network, analyze network traffic using a protocol analyzer, examine switch and router configurations, perform basic IPv4 addressing and subnetting, and research network security solutions.
The document discusses the functions of the transport layer in the OSI model. It explains that the transport layer accepts data from the session layer, breaks it into packets and delivers them to the network layer. It is responsible for guaranteeing successful arrival of data at the destination and provides end-to-end communication between source and destination transport layers. The transport layer separates upper layers from low-level data transmission details and handles any data loss or damage. It can transmit packets in the same order or as isolated messages depending on the network and protocol.
Here are the key differences between flow control and congestion control:
Flow control is used at the data link layer (layer 2) of the OSI model to regulate the amount of data
transferred between two endpoints (e.g. between a computer and a router) so that the receiving
endpoint is not overwhelmed. It ensures reliable delivery of frames by using mechanisms like
windowing and acknowledgments.
Congestion control is used at the transport layer (layer 4) of the OSI model to regulate the amount
of data entering the network to avoid overloading intermediate network nodes and links. It ensures
reliable delivery of packets by adjusting the transmission rate when congestion is detected through
packet loss or queue build-up
The document provides an introduction to TCP/IP networking and the Internet. It explains that the Internet is a global network of interconnected computers that allows users to access documents, images, videos, and more from anywhere in the world. It describes how the Internet works using TCP/IP, which breaks files into packets that are routed through networks and reassembled at their destination. The document contrasts TCP, which provides reliable connections, and UDP, which sends independent data packets without guarantees of delivery.
1)Please explain the commands ifconfig, ping, traceroute, netstat, d.pdfeyebolloptics
1)Please explain the commands ifconfig, ping, traceroute, netstat, dig, nslookup, route, host,
hostname.
2). Explain briefly about TCP/IP and its Protocol Architecture.
3) Explain the difference between TCP/IP Protocol stack and OSI model.
Solution
Answer:
1) Ipconfig
Ipconfig is an MS-DOS utility that can be used from MS-DOS and an MS-DOS shell to display
the network settings currently assigned and given by a network. This command can be utilized to
verify a network connection as well as to verify your network settings.
Ping
Ping is one of the most commonly used network commands that allows you to ping another
network IP address. Pinging another address helps determine if the network card can
communicate within the local network or outside network.
Netstat
The netstat command is used to display the TCP/IP network protocol statistics and information.
Nslookup
The nslookup MS-DOS utility that enables a user to do a reverse lookup on an IP address of a
domain or host on a network.
Route
The route MS-DOS utility enables computers to view and modify the computer\'s route table.
traceroute
The tracert command in MS-DOS and Windows (known as traceroute in Unix-like operating
systems) is a useful tool for diagnosing network issues. It allows you to view a listing of how a
network packet travels through the network and where it may fail or slow down. Using this
information you can determine the computer, router, switch or other network device possibly
causing your network issues.
host
solves a host name into an Internet Protocol (IP) address or an IP address into a host name.
the hostname command is used to show or set a computer\'s host name and domain name. It is
one of the most basic of the network administrative utilities.
A host name is a name that is assigned to a host (i.e., a computer connected to the network) that
uniquely identifies it on a network and thus allows it to be addressed without using its full IP
address. Domain names are user-friendly substitutes for numeric IP addresses.
The basic syntax for the hostname command is
hostname [options] [new_host_name]
2)TCP/IP protocols map to a four-layer conceptual model known as the DARPA model , named
after the U.S. government agency that initially developed TCP/IP. The four layers of the DARPA
model are: Application, Transport, Internet, and Network Interface. Each layer in the DARPA
model corresponds to one or more layers of the seven-layer Open Systems Interconnection (OSI)
model.
Network Interface Layer
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TCP/IP packets on the network medium and receiving TCP/IP packets off the network medium.
TCP/IP was designed to be independent of the network access method, frame format, and
medium. In this way, TCP/IP can be used to connect differing network types. These include
LAN technologies such as Ethernet and Token Ring and WAN technologies such as X.25 and
Frame Relay. Independence from any specific ne.
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MCSE Questions and Answers
1 :: What is the use of IGMP protocol?
Internet Group Management Protocol: - It allows internet hosts to
participate in multicasting. The IGMP messages are used to learn which
hosts is part of which multicast groups. The mechanism also allows a
host to inform its local router that it wants to receive messages.
2 :: What are Ping and Tracert?
Ping and tracert are the commands used to send information to some
remote computers to receive some information. Information is sent and
received by packets. Ping I particularly used to check if the system is in
network or not. It also gives packet lost information. In windows ping
command is written as ping ip_address Tracert is called as trace route. It
is used to track or trace the path the packet takes from the computer
where the command is given until the destination. In windows ping
command is written as tracert ip_address
3 :: Explain RSVP. How does it work?
Resource Reservation protocol is used to reserve resources across a
network. It is used for requesting a specific Quality of Service (QoS)
from the network. This is done by carrying the request (that needs a
reservation of the resource) of the host throughout the network. It visits
each node in the network. RSVP used two local modules for reservation
of resources. Admission control module confirms if there are sufficient
available resources while policy module checks for the permission of
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making a reservation. RSVP offers scalability. On a successful
completion of both checks RSVP uses the packet classifier and packet
scheduler for the desired Qos requested.
4 :: Explain the concept of DHCP.
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol is used assigning IP addresses to
computers in a network. The IP addresses are assigned dynamically.
Certainly, using DHCP, the computer will have a different IP address
every time it is connected to the network. In some cases the IP address
may change even when the computer is in network. This means that
DHCP leases out the IP address to the computer for sometime. Clear
advantage of DHCP is that the software can be used to manage IP
address rather than the administrator.
5 :: What are the differences between a domain and a workgroup?
In a domain, one or more computer can be a server to manage the
network. On the other hand in a workgroup all computers are peers
having no control on each other. In a domain, user doesn’t need an
account to logon on a specific computer if an account is available on the
domain. In a work group user needs to have an account for every
computer.
In a domain, Computers can be on different local networks. In a work
group all computers needs to be a part of the same local network.
6 :: Explain how NAT works.
Network Address Translation translates and IP address used in a
network to another IP address known within another network. A NAT
table is maintained for global to local and local to mapping of IP’s. NAT
can be statically defined or dynamically translate from a pool of
addresses. The NAT router is responsible for translating traffic coming
and leaving the network. NAT prevents malicious activity initiated by
outside hosts from reaching local hosts by being dependent on a machine
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on the local network to initiate any connection to hosts on the other side
of the router.
7 :: What is PPP protocol? Explain PPP packet format.
Point to Point protocol helps communication between 2 computers over
a serial cable, phone line or other fiber optic lines.
E.g. Connection between an Internet Service Provider and a host. PPP
also provides authentication. PPP operates by sending Request packets
and waiting for Acknowledge packets that accept, reject or try to change
the request. The protocol is also used to negotiate on network address or
compression options between the nodes.
Packet format:-
Flag field: 1 byte: - Indicates frames beginning or end
Address field: 1 byte: - Used for broadcast address (destination address)
Control field: 1 byte: - Used as a control byte
Protocol field: - 1 or 2 bytes: - Setting of protocol in information field
(of datagram)
Information: - 0 or more bytes: - Datagram (whether it contains data or
control information)
Padding: - 0 or more bytes: - optional padding
FCS: - 2 or more bytes: - error check sum
8 :: What is IP Spoofing and how can it be prevented?
IP spoofing is a mechanism used by attackers to gain unauthorized
access to a system. Here, the intruder sends messages to a computer with
an IP address indicating that the message is coming from a trusted host.
This is done by forging the header so it contains a different address and
make it appear that the packet was sent by a different machine.
Prevention:-
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Packet filtering: - to allow packets with recognized formats to enter the
network
Using special routers and firewalls.
Encrypting the session
9 :: Explain IP datagram, Fragmentation and MTU.
IP datagram can be used to describe a portion of IP data. Each IP
datagram has set of fields arranged in an order. The order is specific
which helps to decode and read the stream easily. IP datagram has fields
like Version, header length, Type of service, Total length, checksum,
flag, protocol, Time to live, Identification, source and destination ip
address, padding, options and payload.
MTU:- Maximum Transmission Unit is the size of the largest packet that
a communication protocol can pass. The size can be fixed by some
standard or decided at the time of connection
Fragmentation is a process of breaking the IP packets into smaller
pieces. Fragmentation is needed when the datagram is larger than the
MTU. Each fragment becomes a datagram in itself and transmitted
independently from source. When received by destination they are
reassembled.
10 :: What is an application gateway?
An application gateway is an application program that runs on a firewall
between two networks. An application gateway is used for establishing
connection between client program and destination service. The client
negotiates with the gateway to communicate with the service of
destination. Here, gateway can be called as a proxy. Hence, two
connections are made. One between
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11 :: Explain Circuit Level Gateway.
A circuit level gateway is used to find if a session in TCP handshaking is
legitimate or not. It can be considered as a layer between application
layer and transport layer. They protect the information of the private
network they protect. Circuit level gateways do not filter packets.
12 :: What is "Gateway Of Last Resort"?
A Gateway of Last Resort or Default gateway is a route used by the
router when no other known route exists to transmit the IP packet.
Known routes are present in the routing table. Hence, any route not
known by the routing table is forwarded to the default route. Each router
which receives this packet will treat the packet the same way, if the
route is known, packet will be forwarded to the known route.
13 :: What is LAN?
LAN is a computer network that spans a relatively small area. Most
LANs are confined to a single building or group of buildings. However,
one LAN can be connected to other LANs over any distance via
telephone lines and radio waves. A system of LANs connected in this
way is called a wide-area network (WAN). Most LANs connect
workstations and personal computers. Each node (individual computer)
in a LAN has its own CPU with which it executes programs, but it also
is able to access data and devices anywhere on the LAN. This means
that many users can share expensive devices, such as laser printers, as
well as data. Users can also use the LAN to communicate with each
other, by sending e-mail or engaging in chat sessions.
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14 :: What is the difference Between an Intranet and the Internet?
There's one major distinction between an intranet and the Internet: The
Internet is an open, public space, while an intranet is designed to be a
private space. An intranet may be accessible from the Internet, but as a
rule it's protected by a password and accessible only to employees or
other authorized users.
From within a company, an intranet server may respond much more
quickly than a typical Web site. This is because the public Internet is at
the mercy of traffic spikes, server breakdowns and other problems that
may slow the network. Within a company, however, users have much
more bandwidth and network hardware may be more reliable. This
makes it easier to serve high-bandwidth content, such as audio and
video, over an intranet.
15 :: Define the term Protocol.
Protocol is a standard way of communicating across a network. A
protocol is the "language" of the network. It is a method by which two
dissimilar systems can communicate. TCP is a protocol which runs over
a network.
16 :: Define File Transfer Protocol.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP), a standard Internet protocol, is the simplest
way to exchange files between computers on the Internet. Like the
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP), which transfers displayable Web
pages and related files, and the Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP),
which transfers e-mail, FTP is an application protocol that uses the
Internet's TCP/IP protocols. FTP is commonly used to transfer Web
page files from their creator to the computer that acts as their server for
everyone on the Internet. It's also commonly used to download programs
and other files to your computer from other servers.
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17 :: Explain the 7 Layers of OSI.
Layer 1: Physical layer
It represents all the electrical and physical specifications for devices.
Layer 2: Data link layer
It provides the functional and procedural means to transfer data between
network entities and to detect and possibly correct errors that may occur
in the Physical layer.
Layer 3: Network layer
The Network layer provides the functional and procedural means of
transferring variable length data sequences from a source to a destination
via one or more networks.
Layer 4: Transport layer
It provides transparent transfer of data between end users.
Layer 5: Session layer
It controls the sessions between computers. It connects, manages and
terminates the connections between the local and remote application.
Layer 6: Presentation layer
It transforms data to provide a standard interface for the Application
layer.
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Layer 7: Application layer
It provides a means for the user to access information on the network
through an application.
18 :: What is a network? What are the different kinds of network?
Explain them.
A network is a group of computers or nodes connected together. They
are connected with each other by communication paths.
Types of Networks:
LAN – Local Area Network connects a group of nodes covering a small
physical area. LAN’s are most commonly seen in offices, building etc.
LAN’s enable higher transfer rate of data, smaller coverage of area and
hence less wiring.
WAN – Wide Area Network connects a group of nodes covering a wide
area. WAN typically connects and allow communication between
regions or national boundaries. The most common example of WAN is
internet.
VPN – Virtual Private Network connects or links nodes in some larger
area by open connections or virtual circuits in some larger network (e.g.,
the Internet) instead of by physical wires. It is used for secure
communication through the public internet. VPN alone may not support
explicit security features, such as authentication or content encryption.
Intranet – It is a set of networks under the control of a single
administrative person. It can be considered as an internal network of an
organization. If it is large, web servers are used to provide information
to the users.
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Extranet – It is a network that restricts itself within a single organization.
It can be categorized as WAN, MAN etc. however; it cannot have a
single LAN. It must have a connection (at least one) with external
network.
19 :: What are network topologies? Explain Ring, Bus and Star
topology.
A network topology describes the layout of a network. It describes how
different nodes and elements are connected to each other. Different types
of topology:
a. Ring:-
* All nodes connected with another in a loop.
* Each device is connected to one or more another device on either side.
b. Bus
* All nodes connected to a central and a common cable called as a back
bone.
* In bus topology, the server is at one end and the clients are connected
at different positions across the network.
* Easy to manage and install.
* If the backbone fails, the entire communication fails.
c. Star
* All nodes connected to a central hub.
* The communication between the nodes is through the hub.
* Relative requires more cables as compared to BUS. However if any
node fails, it wont affect the entire LAN.
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20 :: Explain IP, TCP and UDP.
TCP – Transmission control Protocol is used to establish communication
between nodes or networks and exchange data packets. It guarantees
delivery of data packets in the order they were sent. Hence it is most
commonly used in all applications that require guaranteed delivery of
data. It can handle both timeouts (if packets were delayed) and
retransmission (if packets were lost). The stream of data is transmitted in
segments. The segment header is 32 bit. it is a connectionless
communication protocol at the third level (network) of the OSI model.
IP – Internet protocol is used for transmission of data over the internet.
IP uses IP addresses to identity each machine uniquely. Message is sent
using small packets. The packet contains both the sender and receivers
address. IP does not guarantee the delivery in the same order as sent.
This is because the packets are sent via different routes. It is a
connectionless communication protocol at the third level (network) of
the OSI model.
UDP – User Data Protocol is a communication protocol. It is normally
used as an alternative for TCP/IP. However there are a number of
differences between them. UDP does not divide data into packets. Also,
UDP does not send data packets in sequence. Hence, the application
program must ensure the sequencing. UDP uses port numbers to
distinguish user requests. It also has a checksum capability to verify the
data.
21 :: Explain the different classes of addresses supported by IP
addressing.
Computers using the TCP/IP for communication are uniquely identified
by a 32 bit address called as an IP address. The routers use the IP
address information to forward the packet to the destination computer.
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IP addresses are categorized as:
Private address: these IP addresses are used exclusively within a private
network and not for public to see.
Public Address: these are registered IP addresses used for public.
Each IP address has a network address and a host address. IP addresses
are expressed in four sets of three numbers, separated with dots. Each set
is called as an octet because when converted to binary; it denotes eight
binary
22 :: What is multicasting?
Multicasting allows a single message to be sent to a group of recipients.
Emailing, teleconferencing, are examples of multicasting. It uses the
network infrastructure and standards to send messages.
23 :: Explain the functionality of PING.
Ping Is particularly used to check if the system is in network or not. It
also gives packet lost information. In windows ping command is written
as ping ip_address. The output returns the data packets information. The
number of packets sent, received and lost is returned by PING.
24 :: Explain the core naming mechanism, Domain Name System
(DNS).
A Domain Name system is used to convert the names of the website on
the internet to IP addresses. The domain names for each IP addresses are
stored in a database that is distributed across different servers. A domain
name space consists of a tree of domain names. The tree has zones.
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Zones consist of a collection of connected nodes. These nodes are served
by a name server. A domain name is usually in the form of
mydomain.com. Here, .com is the top level domain. Where as
mydomain is the sub domain or subdivision. A host name is a domain
name that has one or more IP addresses associated with it.
25 :: Describe Application layer.
The application layer is located at the top of the TCP/IP protocol layers.
This one contains the network applications which make it possible to
communicate using the lower layers. The software in this layer therefore
communicates using one of the two protocols of the layer below (the
transport layer), i.e. TCP or UDP. In computer networking, an
application layer firewall is a firewall operating at the application layer
of a protocol stack.[1] Generally it is a host using various forms of proxy
servers to proxy traffic instead of routing it. As it works on the
application layer, it may inspect the contents of the traffic, blocking
what the firewall administrator views as inappropriate content, such as
certain websites, viruses, and attempts to exploit known logical flaws in
client software, and so forth. An application layer firewall does not route
traffic on the network layer. All traffic stops at the firewall which may
initiate its own connections if the traffic satisfies the rules.
26 :: Define DNS
The DNS translates Internet domain and host names to IP addresses.
DNS automatically converts the names we type in our Web browser
address bar to the IP addresses of Web servers hosting those sites. DNS
implements a distributed database to store this name and address
information for all public hosts on the Internet.
27 :: Define Telnet
Telnet is the main Internet protocol for creating a connection to a remote
server.
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28 :: Define SMTP
SMTP - Short for Simple Mail Transfer Protocol, a protocol for sending
e-mail messages between servers.
29 :: What Is a MAC Address?
MAC (Media Access Control) addresses are globally unique addressed
that are written into hardware at the time of manufacture. The MAC
address is a unique value associated with a network adapter. MAC
addresses are also known as hardware addresses or physical addresses.
They uniquely identify an adapter on a LAN. MAC addresses are 12-
digit hexadecimal numbers (48 bits in length).
30 :: MAC vs. IP Addressing
Whereas MAC addressing works at the data link layer, IP addressing
functions at the network layer (layer 3). It's a slight oversimplification,
but one can think of IP addressing as supporting the software
implementation and MAC addresses as supporting the hardware
implementation of the network stack. The MAC address generally
remains fixed and follows the network device, but the IP address
changes as the network device moves from one network to another.
31 :: Define Spanning-Tree Protocol (STP)
Spanning-Tree Protocol (STP) as defined in the IEEE 802.1D is a link
management protocol that provides path redundancy while preventing
undesirable loops in the network. For an Ethernet network to function
properly, only one active path can exist between two stations. Loops
occur in networks for a variety of reasons. The most common reason you
find loops in networks is the result of a deliberate attempt to provide
redundancy - in case one link or switch fails, another link or switch can
take over.
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32 :: What is VPN?
A VPN is a service that offers secure, reliable connectivity over a shared
public network infrastructure such as the Internet. VPNs maintain the
same security and management policies as a private network. They are
the most cost effective method of establishing a virtual point-to-point
connection between remote users and an enterprise customer's network.
33 :: Define broadcast domain.
It is a logical area in a computer network where any computer connected
to the network can directly transmit to any other computer in the domain
without having to go through a routing device.
34 :: Bridge vs switch.
A bridge connects two different LAN networks. A switch is something
like you can connect many computers to a switch and then one computer
can connect to another through the switch. Switch is a unicast one to one
connection
35 :: What is a Router?
A router is a device or sometimes a software in a computer which
decides the next network point to which a packet should be forwarded to
reach its destination on Internet. It is usually included as part of the
network switch and is located at a gateway, including each point-of-
presence on the Internet. The router is connected to at least two networks
and determines which way
36 :: Define gateway.
A gateway is a network point that provides entrance into another
network. On the Internet, a node or stopping point can be either a
gateway node or a host (end-point) node. Both the computers of Internet
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users and the computers that serve pages to users are host nodes. The
computers that control traffic within your company's network or at your
local Internet service provider (ISP) are gateway nodes.
37 :: What is firewall?
A firewall is a hardware or software installed to provide security to the
private networks connected to the internet. They can be implemented in
both hardware and software, or a combination of both. All data entering
or leaving the Intranet passes through the firewall which allows only the
data meeting the administrators’ rules to pass through it.
38 :: What are the types of firewalls?
Packet Filtering Firewall:
This type of Firewall detects packets and block unnecessary packets and
makes network traffic release.
Screening Router Firewalls:
It's a software base firewall available in Router provides only light
filtering.
Computer-based Firewall:
It's a firewall stored in server with an existing Operating System like
Windows and UNIX.
Hardware base Firewall:
Its device like box allows strong security from public network. Mostly
used by big networks.
Proxy Server:
Proxy server allows all clients to access Internet with different access
limits. Proxy server has its own firewall which filters the all packet from
web server.
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39 :: What is Data encryption?
Data encryption ensures data safety and very important for confidential
or critical data. It protect data from being read, altered or forged while
transmission.
40 :: What is the Public Key Encryption?
Public key encryption use public and private key for encryption and
decryption. In this mechanism, public key is used to encrypt messages
and only the corresponding private key can be used to decrypt them. To
encrypt a message, a sender has to know recipient’s public key.
41 :: What is Digital Signatures?
Digital signature is an attachment to an electronic message used for
security purpose. It is used to verify the authenticity of the sender.
42 :: What is Ethernet technology?
Ethernet technology is a high speed broadcast bus technology. In this
type, all the station shares a single ether channel and receives every
single transmitted signal.
43 :: Explain the use of network interface card, NIC.
NIC is used to connect computer to an Ethernet network.
44 :: Explain token ring technology.
In this technology, all the devices are arranged in a circle. A token
moves around the circular network. A device waits for the token before
it sends its frame. Once it receives token, it initiates transmission of its
frame.
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45 :: What is CSMA and CD concept?
In CSDA (carrier sense multiple access), presence of any digital signal
in a network is checked before transmission. Data transmission occurs
only when no signal is sensed.
CD, Collision detection is responsible for monitoring carrier in order to
avoid signal jam.
46 :: What is NetBIOS protocol?
NetBIOS (Network Basic Input/Output System) Protocol allows
applications on separate computers to communicate over a LAN. It runs
over TCP/IP giving each computer in the network a NetBIOS name and
IP address. E.g. It can be used for computers running Windows 2000 (or
before) to join a computer network running Windows 2000 (or later).
47 :: What is IGMP protocol?
Internet Group Management Protocol, allows internet hosts to multicast.
i.e. to send messages to a group of computers. There may be a group of
internet hosts interested to multicast. IGMP allows router to determine
which host groups have members on a given network segment. It helps
to establish group memberships. It is commonly used for streamlining
videos and gaming. The protocol can be implemented both as a host side
and router side. The host side is responsible to notify its membership in
a group. The notification is made to a local router. This local router
(router side) in turn sends out queries.
48 :: Explain PPP protocol.
Point to Point protocol helps communication between 2 computers over
a serial cable, phone line or other fiber optic lines. E.g. Connection
between an Internet Service Provider and a host. PPP also provides
authentication. PPP operates by sending Request packets and waiting for
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Acknowledge packets that accept, reject or try to change the request.
The protocol is also used to negotiate on network address or
compression options between the nodes. PPP has a number of phases as
below:
* Link dead: - takes place when the connection fails.
* Link Establishment Phase: - Used to establish connection. If
authentication is desired, it moves to next phase.
* Authentication Phase: - Allows the nodes to authenticate each other.
* Network-Layer Protocol Phase: - here, the network control protocols
come into play. Data transport, closing of the protocols takes place in
this phase.
* Link Termination Phase: - here, the connection is terminated.
49 :: What is TCP / IP protocol?
Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol: - It is a family of
protocols used for communication and connection between hosts on the
internet. It is the most widely used standard for transmitting data over
the internet. The four layers in the protocol are (from bottom to top):-
Physical layer, Data link layer, Network layer, transport layer and
application layer, also called as the OSI model. In TCP/IP , IP is
responsible for forwarding packets while TCP ensures the correct
delivery of data from client to server. TCP detects loss of data as well.
50 :: What is FTP (File Transfer Protocol)?
FTP is File Transfer Protocol. It used to exchange files on the internet.
To enable the data transfer FTP uses TCP/IP, FTP is most commonly
used to upload and download files from the internet. FTP can be invoked
from the command prompt or some graphical user interface. FTP also
allows to update (delete, rename, move, and copy) files at a server. It
uses a reserved port no 21.
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51 :: What is HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)?
HTTP or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol is provides a set of rules to
transfer files, videos, images over the world wide web. When the web
browser is opened, a HTTP request call is made. A web server contains a
HTTP daemon. This daemon is used to wait for HTTP requests and
handle them when they arrive. The web browser from where HTTP
requests are made is called as a client. These requests are sent to the
server. It uses a reserved port no 80.
52 :: What is NNTP (Network News Transfer Protocol)?
NNTP or Network News Transfer Protocol is used to manage the notes
posted on Unset newsgroup (a collection of posted notes on a subject
posted by different users). NNTP servers are responsible for managing
Usenet newsgroup collected globally. A NTTP client is a part of the web
browser also called as a news reader. It uses a reserver port no 119.
53 :: What is SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)?
SMTP or Simple Mail Transfer Protocol is used to send email messages
between servers. The messages are retrieved using email clients. SMTP
is more commonly used to send messages from a mail client to a mail
server. And hence the email client like POP needs to be configured.
Hence, SMTP is used to send emails while POP or IMAP are used to
receive messages. It is usually operated on port25 on the internet.
54 :: What is POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3)?
POP3 or Post Office Box 3 is used fro receiving emails. It is a client
server protocol which holds the email. Once the email is downloaded
from the server, POP3 deletes it from the server. Ordinal numbers are
used to identify specific messages.
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55 :: What is SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)?
SNMP or Simple Network Management Protocol is typically used for
managing the network. Managing the network includes managing the
nodes present in the network. These nodes may be server, routers,
bridges and hubs. SNMP agents are used to achieve this. Managing the
network is essential because it helps to monitor network performance,
detect network faults or failures, audit network usage etc. the SNMP
messages like TRAP, GET or SET may be invoked by network elements
or network management system.
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